Workplace Stress Reset Sessions
Work-related stress is a recognised workplace risk – not just a wellbeing issue.
Mrs MacLaughter delivers, structured, practical sessions that help teams recognise stress, change their response, and restore focus in real working environments.
A PRACTICAL TOOL TO SHIFT PHYSIOLOGICAL STATE QUICKLY – SO TEAMS CAN RESET AND RESPOND MORE EFFECTIVELY UNDER PRESSURE.
Delivered in-person for teams of 10-20 with organisations experiencing high-pressure cycles, transition periods and sustained workload demands.
What your team experiences
This is not a traditional workshop where stress is only discussed.
Teams take part in a guided, structured session that:
makes stress noticeable and nameable through focused discussion
introduces a simple, practical change in response
uses intentional laughter as a practical tool to shift physiological state
creates a shared reset that can be felt immediately
We don't start with mindset. We start with response.
This session moves from awareness →action →experience,
so the shift is not just understood – it is felt.
Teams leave with:
increased awareness of how stress is showing up in real time
a practical way to respond in the moment — not after the fact
improved clarity, focus and decision-making under pressure
a shared experience that strengthens communication and team cohesion
These changes make it easier for teams to stay focused, communicate effectively, and respond more clearly under pressure.
Workplace Stress is Persistent


79% of employees experience moderate to high stress
63% show signs of exhaustion or disengagement
In Scotland, employees report feeling stressed on average 10 days each month – reflecting sustained workplace strain.
Work-related stress affects clarity, communication and performance across teams.
Workplaces experience the impact of stress every day — in performance,
communication and decision-making.
Not all of the stress originates at work. Many employees arrive already carrying pressure from outside the workplace.
This means organisations are responding to how stress shows up within their teams, regardless of its source.
This level of sustained pressure requires structured recovery - not just reactive support
Why this approach works:
Work-related stress must be assessed and managed in the same way as any other workplace risk.
This includes identifying risks, taking action, and being able to demonstrate what has been done.
This approach supports that process by creating simple, structured data points throughout the session — making stress visible, capturing change, and providing a clear record of action.
The Method Behind the Session
This work is part of a structured approach designed to help teams move from awareness to sustained change.
The 90-minute Stress Reset Session
Introduces four key stages:
Make visible — stress is noticed, named and understood
Respond — a simple change in action shifts the response
Reset — RAI guided techniques, including intentional laughter, that create a measurable shift in state
Reflect & record — the change is captured and understood
The 9-week Stress Reset Method
Develops stages 1-4 and introduces the fifth key stage.
Embed — The shift is reinforced and applied in real working environments, becoming part of everyday practice.
Over time, this leads to teams taking ownership of the approach — using it independently and applying it across different situations.


These stages are experienced within the session and provide a practical foundation for change.


This is where the work moves from guided facilitation to independent use within teams.
Start with a conversation
If stress is affecting performance, communication or focus within your team, a structured reset can provide a clear starting point
A short call will help you understand how this approach can be applied within your organisation.
Book a discover call to discuss your team


